1998 Saab 9-5 recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 1998 Saab 9-5 and 1 owner complaint. The part owners complain about most is service brakes, hydraulic (1 reports). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
1998 Saab 9-5 problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Latest owner complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 7, 2006 · 75,000 miles · 00
The ABS control module died instantly when the car had done less than 100,000 km. The initial cost was $2500 but the dealer agreed to supply the ecu separately since the ABS hydraulic system was intact. Ecu cost is abt $1000 and control turbo, odometer, cruise control, speedometer, traction control and ABS. Did not buy the part because it may fail again since there was no…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 1998 Saab 9-5 have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 1998 Saab 9-5 in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Saab 9-5?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are service brakes, hydraulic (1).